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Monday, June 20, 2011

I Always Save.......

I was born a saver and have tried hard to correct my hoarding ways but there are several types of containers that are just too useful and I still save all I get. I especially like clear plastic containers with wide screw on tops - like Skippy Peanut Butter and Pounce Kitty treats.

Both have been repurposed as hardware storage containers. Once empty I run them through the dishwasher, peeled the labels off, and fill them with sorted hardware. It makes those quick fix chores so much easier to be able to quickly find a screw, or anchor, or nail. I use standard Avery mailing labels and my computer and laser printer to create labels for the covers. Boulder is my favorite labeling font- clear and contemporary.

Now my tool drawer is much more functional!

I keep savings these containers because it would work for craft supplies, desk supplies, even for cotton balls and Q-Tips!

True confession: I did this organizational job two years ago when my old coat closet was redesigned to be a tool closet. I didn't label a thing until it was time to take pictures for this blog post. I always knew the containers would be labeled. Just one of the things on my To-Do list. A side benefit of blogging is that it is forcing me to finish projects. I am traditionally a 95%er. I get 95% of a project done and never quite finish. Today, I finished this one. Feels good.

Other containers: I used to saved coffee cans and baby food jars. Changes in packaging have made them less useful. Are there any particular products you use and always save the container?

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Just an everyday lady, married to a wonderful guy, with two grown daughters and a growing number of grandchildren. My approach is one of living creatively whether in crafting, cooking, organizing or problem solving. This blog is to share with you the individual and unique solutions I implement in every day life. Hopefully, you'll find an idea that will lead to an inspiring solution in your life as well. Enjoy and thanks for visiting.